Course curriculum

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    1. Light as the foundation of photography

    2. Light's emotional impact: How light evokes mood and feeling (demonstrations with sample images)

    3. Understanding light quality: Hard light, soft light, diffused light (examples and applications)

    4. Light direction: Front lighting, backlighting, side lighting, and their creative effects

    1. Composition through light: Leading lines, highlighting elements, creating depth

    2. Understanding light sources: Natural light, artificial light, mixed lighting

    3. Golden Hour and Blue Hour Photography: Utilizing the magic of twilight

    4. Light Metering for Creative Exposure: Underexposure, overexposure for artistic effect

    1. Introduction to light modifiers: Diffusers, reflectors, softboxes, umbrellas

    2. Using modifiers to control light quality and direction (hands-on demonstrations)

    3. Off-camera flash techniques: Adding depth and drama to portraits

    4. Light painting: Experimenting with creative light trails and effects

    1. Portrait Photography: Techniques for flattering light and skin tones

    2. Landscape Photography: Capturing the drama of sunrise, sunset, and long exposures

    3. Still Life Photography: Using light to create mood, texture, and focus

    4. Street Photography: Seeing the light in everyday moments and candid shots

    1. Gallery of inspiring photographs that masterfully use light

    2. Guide to choosing the right light modifiers for your needs

    3. Online resources for further exploration of light in photography

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